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Weather Albums That Changed The Game

April 21, 2026

Celebrate World Record Store Day with our countdown of the greatest weather-named albums in music history. From Rihanna's sunny debut "Music Of The Sun" featuring the timeless hit "Pon De Replay," to Kanye West and Good Music's collaborative masterpiece "Cruel Summer," we're ranking iconic albums that brought the forecast to your speakers. Metallica's legendary rock album "Ride The Lightning" claims the third spot, while Prince's unforgettable "Purple Rain" secures second place. Topping our list is Drake's highly anticipated upcoming album "Iceman" — the rapper's first release in over 900 days that has fans counting down the hours. Whether you're a hip-hop head, rock enthusiast, or pop music lover, these weather-themed albums prove that sometimes the best music comes with a meteorological twist. Drop your favorite weather-named albums in the comments and let us know who we missed on this World Record Store Day celebration.